Industry Press
The Press Center allows credit unions and their partners to share important news and keep accomplishments front and center in the credit union industry.
Pantego Welcomes New Branch of Texas Trust Credit Union
The Town of Pantego is now home to a branch of Texas Trust Credit Union. At the intersection of Pioneer Parkway and Bowen, the credit union has opened a 2,700-square-foot full-service financial center to provide personalized service to members in Pantego and the surrounding area.
State Employees’ Credit Union CEO Jim Hayes Named to Business North Carolina’s Power List
Business North Carolina recently named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) CEO Jim Hayes to the publication’s Power List 2023, an annual selection of North Carolina’s most influential private sector leaders. Hayes was featured among the top individuals in the finance and insurance industry in North Carolina.
Eltropy Expands Video Notary Footprint to 21 States, Speeding Up the Loan Approval Process
Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions, today announced the approval of its Video Notary solution in Washington State. With support from several Washington-based community financial institutions (CFIs) that rely on Eltropy’s digital platform, the push for approval in this state came from customer demand. Washington marks Eltropy’s twenty-first state to approve
Redstone welcomes new member to board
The Redstone Federal Credit Union Board of Directors has announced that Rick Hempstead will join its Board effective immediately.
$146M Coastline FCU Doubles Monthly Lending in One Quarter
The credit union has been running a variety of marketing campaigns aligned with its brand, not just for loans. For example, in April Coastline FCU promoted Swipe to Win in which the credit union paid for five card swipes up to $50 in face value per member. Another program, Hit the Gas, Get the Cash,
Day Air Announces Plans for a New Butler Township Branch
Day Air Credit Union is excited to announce the future construction of a new state-of-the-art branch in Butler Township. The new standalone branch will be built on a plot of land at 7919 N. Dixie Rd. When completed, the new location will house the Day Air branch currently located at 3434 York Commons Blvd.
United Federal Credit Union Partners with MSHDA to Offer Down Payment Assistance to Michigan Mortgage Borrowers
To help borrowers reach their homeownership goals, United Federal Credit Union has become an official partner of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s (MSHDA) mortgage assistance down payment program.
Origence and Zest AI introduce Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting technology for credit unions
Origence, the nation’s leading credit union lending technology provider, and Zest AI, the leader in automating underwriting with more accurate and inclusive lending insights, have announced the launch of Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting model for credit union automotive lenders, available exclusively through Origence. This partnership expansion follows Origence’s investment participation in Zest AI’s most
Origence and Zest AI introduce Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting technology for credit unions
Origence, the nation’s leading credit union lending technology provider, and Zest AI, the leader in automating underwriting with more accurate and inclusive lending insights, have announced the launch of Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting model for credit union automotive lenders, available exclusively through Origence. This partnership expansion follows Origence’s investment participation in Zest AI’s most
State Employees’ Credit Union Selects NCR to Modernize Members’ Digital Banking Experience
North Carolina State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU), the second largest credit union in the United States, will work with NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a leading enterprise technology provider, to modernize the digital banking experience for SECU’s 2.7 million members across North Carolina.
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Announces Grants for Local Community Organizations
The Coastal Credit Union Foundation announced today that it has granted $78,000 to five community organizations in central North Carolina
CU Alliance Announces Partnership with Credit Unions First
CU Alliance®, a leading Credit Union Service Organization based in Houston, is pleased to announce its partnership with Credit Unions First, a newly created CUSO with a shared passion for providing credit unions with the ability to own loan-related products and services.
BECU’s 2022 Annual Report: Financial Strength Drives Purpose Forward
BECU, the country’s fourth-largest credit union, released its 2022 Annual Report to members today.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 05, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Origence Announces New Board Officers and Members
Origence, the nation’s leading provider of lending technology solutions for credit unions, has announced the results of their board of directors election during the company’s annual shareholders meeting.
Indiana Members Credit Union Announces Operations Team Promotions
Indiana Members Credit Union is pleased to announce 8 Operations team promotions, further strengthening its organization.
Kim Sather named chief information officer at Oregon State Credit Union
Oregon State Credit Union has named Kim Sather to be the credit union’s new executive vice president/chief information officer, announced Oregon State Credit Union President/CEO Rick Hein.
Christian Community Credit Union Launches New Cash Rewards Visa® Credit Card
Christian Community Credit Union (CCCU) is proud to announce the launch of the new Cash Rewards Visa® credit card, designed to benefit both cardholders and Christian charities. The Cash Rewards Visa® offers unlimited 1.5% cash back on every purchase, $200 bonus cash when $750 is spent in the first three months, and a portion of
UMassFive Donates 365 Pounds of Personal Care Items to Local Survival Centers
UMassFive is thrilled to announce the success of its personal care items drive, which was held during the month of March in its Hadley, Northampton, and Springfield branches. The drive collected over 365 pounds of personal care items, which were donated to three local organizations: Amherst Survival Center, Northampton Survival Center, and The Gray House
Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Announce Board of Directors
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 23, 2025
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Altra Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify Platform to Power Next-Gen Deposit Automation Operations
Corporate Central Celebrates Kevin Chiappetta’s Reelection as Presidents Council Representative for CFA Institute
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Donates $236,033 to Good Shepherd Food Bank
Credit Unions Challenge Broken Student Loan System with Revolutionary Line of Credit Approach
Corelation Hosts 14th Annual Client Conference, Commemorating 15 Years of Service & Innovation
Cloudvirga enhances lending efficiency with Encompass Docs Solution integration
OE Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Student Loan Refinance Solution
Abri Credit Union Selects Jose Guzman as Vice President of Lending
BrightBridge Credit Union Renews Core Partnership with Synergent
Local Graduates Partner with EECU to Prepare for College Success
Interior Federal Unveils New Website
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 16, 2025
Indiana Members Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for Second Year
Kirsten Tahara, First Grade Teacher at Ethel I. Baker Elementary School in Sacramento, Named 2024/2025 Esquire IMAX Teacher of the Year
Valley First Credit Union Announces Wes Hall Memorial Fund to Honor a Founding Leader’s Legacy
For Immediate Release – Abri Credit Union Selects John O’Brien as Vice President of Finance
Coastal Credit Union Names Ewelina Caplap Vice President, Coastal Wealth Management
Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 9 Angels Game
EECU Proudly Sponsors 21st Annual Slick Rock Student Film Festival
Corporate Central Holds 44th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Defend Against Fraud and ID Theft at Redwood Credit Union’s Free Shred-a-Thons
CULA’s AI-driven Self Inspection Cuts Lease-End Turnaround Times by 50%
Great Lakes Credit Union Featured In Callahan & Associates’ “Anatomy Of A Credit Union”
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase AI-Powered Loan Calculator at 2025 Auto Finance Summit East
LAFCU Strengthens Lending Team With Addition Of Two Mortgage Loan Officers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 09, 2025
Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Announce Board of Directors
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 23, 2025
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Altra Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify Platform to Power Next-Gen Deposit Automation Operations
Corporate Central Celebrates Kevin Chiappetta’s Reelection as Presidents Council Representative for CFA Institute
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Donates $236,033 to Good Shepherd Food Bank
Credit Unions Challenge Broken Student Loan System with Revolutionary Line of Credit Approach
Corelation Hosts 14th Annual Client Conference, Commemorating 15 Years of Service & Innovation
Cloudvirga enhances lending efficiency with Encompass Docs Solution integration
OE Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Student Loan Refinance Solution
Abri Credit Union Selects Jose Guzman as Vice President of Lending
BrightBridge Credit Union Renews Core Partnership with Synergent
Local Graduates Partner with EECU to Prepare for College Success
Interior Federal Unveils New Website
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 16, 2025
Indiana Members Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for Second Year
Kirsten Tahara, First Grade Teacher at Ethel I. Baker Elementary School in Sacramento, Named 2024/2025 Esquire IMAX Teacher of the Year
Valley First Credit Union Announces Wes Hall Memorial Fund to Honor a Founding Leader’s Legacy
For Immediate Release – Abri Credit Union Selects John O’Brien as Vice President of Finance
Coastal Credit Union Names Ewelina Caplap Vice President, Coastal Wealth Management
Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 9 Angels Game
EECU Proudly Sponsors 21st Annual Slick Rock Student Film Festival
Corporate Central Holds 44th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Defend Against Fraud and ID Theft at Redwood Credit Union’s Free Shred-a-Thons
CULA’s AI-driven Self Inspection Cuts Lease-End Turnaround Times by 50%
Great Lakes Credit Union Featured In Callahan & Associates’ “Anatomy Of A Credit Union”
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase AI-Powered Loan Calculator at 2025 Auto Finance Summit East
LAFCU Strengthens Lending Team With Addition Of Two Mortgage Loan Officers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 09, 2025
Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Announce Board of Directors
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 23, 2025
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Altra Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify Platform to Power Next-Gen Deposit Automation Operations
Corporate Central Celebrates Kevin Chiappetta’s Reelection as Presidents Council Representative for CFA Institute
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Donates $236,033 to Good Shepherd Food Bank